KTLA 5's Henry DiCarlo hosts golf tournament fundraiser in support of animal welfare

KTLA 5 meteorologist Henry DiCarlo was the provider of a fun-filled day of competition on Saturday at his 6th annual Putts for Mutts Golf Tournament in Yorba Linda on Friday.

This year’s edition of the tournament featured several challenges, including hole-in-one, longest drive and closest-to-the-pin competitions that participants were able to choose from.

Putts for Mutts Golf Tournament benefits Tails That Teach, a nonprofit dedicated to teaching kindness and empathy to children through education that was founded by Henry’s wife, Lisa Wiehebrink.

Tails That Teach also provides resources to animal shelters to help them care for animals in need and promote responsible pet ownership.

“This tournament raises funds for an important cause not only in Southern California, but across the country,” DiCarlo said. “This event is great because we see the results from it…we have great support and it really goes back into the community.”

That community aspect is second-to-none at the Putts for Mutts events, according to DiCarlo, who praised attendees for coming together not only to raise money, but to connect and share their passion for supporting such a meaningful cause.

“I’ve been coming back every year because of the cause and to support my friend Henry,” said Jim Doyle, an attendee of all six tournaments. “It’s really rewarding to know that we are making a difference; plus, it’s a lot of fun, and I get to meet other people who are here to support the same mission.”

It wasn’t just tournament veterans that enjoyed themselves, either.

“I play golf quite a bit, but this tournament stands out,” said first-time participant Caden Ellis. “The atmosphere is great, and the challenges make it a lot more exciting.”

Saturday’s festivities concluded with a dinner and auction that offered prizes such as suite tickets to a Lakers game, a beach house vacation and a getaway to Palm Springs. The day’s top golfers were also honored at the dinner.

To donate and learn more about Tails That Teach, contact info@tailsthatteach.org.

In case you missed out on Saturday’s animal welfare fundraiser event hosted by Henry, you’re in luck, as another KTLA meteorologist, Kacey Montoya, is holding a fundraiser to support her foundation, Fix’N Fidos, on Sunday at Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point.

More information on Kacey’s fundraiser can be found here.